Publications

Practical guidance

Keeping rivers cool: shade for climate change adaptation

Practical guidance on using trees to shade rivers, helping freshwater habitats and species such as trout and salmon withstand the effects of climate change.

PDF (4.41 MB)

Position statement

Moving plants and animals for conservation - the Trust's position

The Woodland Trust follows and endorses the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) guidelines on conservation translocations.

PDF (386 KB)

Position statement

Trees and flood risk – the Woodland Trust’s position

The Woodland Trust promotes the integration of trees and woodland alongside other natural and traditional flood management measures to help reduce flood risk.

PDF (1.29 MB)

Case study

Woodland restoration and the fight against tree disease

A case study examining the additional challenges the presence of tree disease can pose when restoring ancient woodland, and the measures required to tackle it.

PDF (650 KB)

Policy paper

Wales is better with trees

The Woodland Trust’s vision for woods and trees in Wales, recognising their value for health and wellbeing, our landscapes, wildlife and livelihoods.

PDF (5.34 MB)

Policy paper

Mae Cymru’n well gyda choed – sut y gall Cymru elwa o goed

Fe dyfodd Prosiect Pontbren o'r angen i leihau costau trwy gyflwyno bridiau gwytnach o wartheg a allai dreulio mwy o amser y tu allan.

PDF (6.26 MB)

Practical guidance

Ancient woodland restoration module 1 - management principles 

An introductory guide to ancient woodland restoration management, the value of this special habitat, and why we should protect and restore it.

PDF (7.47 MB)

Journal

Wood Wise – fabulous fungi

The autumn 2015 issue of Wood Wise explores the fascinating world of fungi, their essential role in woodland and their complex relationship with trees.

PDF (1.58 MB)

Case study

Fruit trees improve land and productivity - increasing yield on a mixed farm

A case study demonstrating the productivity benefits of fruit trees on a mixed organic farm. Planting in rows provides shelter for crops and prevents soil erosion.

PDF (936 KB)

Case study

Trees provide fodder and boost production - improving dairy herd welfare

A case study demonstrating the nutritional and medicinal benefits the introduction of trees can provide for organic dairy herds, improving health and welfare.

PDF (807 KB)